OT kinda leg pain swelling

I have been having this pain in my legs on the outside below the knee. Then my ankles and lower legs became swollen. I am coming off prednisone so I could have water weight. I have also gained a bunch of weight.

I went to the doctor and they tested my circulation. They said the test was abnormal. I had my cholesterol checked year and half ago and the bad and good were both low. I am only 30 years old. I am severely over weight. My doctor says I need an ultra sound. She says not to freak out til we do that test. She also gave me a water pill. I have taken it twice now and no increase restroom trips. I don't know what I am asking for support, what will happen if I do have bad circulation, experiences, pretty much anything. Thank you

Please don't stress over this as it's a very common issue for folks like us. The mere fact that we don't move around as much as we should due to pain and add to that weight gain from that non-movement and our meds causes poor circulation

Some meds alone restrict blood flow and are more likely to cause edema which in turn restricts blood flow. Poor circulation problems don't always equal heart disease.

If you can't eliminate the causes there are meds that help as well as light excercises geared towards promoting better blood flow to the feet and legs. The socks and hose designed to do the same as well as a machine that actually changes air flow in different ares of the legs sending a massaging like effect through the leg wraps. Cardiac patients use them after surgery to prevent clots from forming.

Try to hang in there and let them make sure there are no underlying issues going on. Try to elevate when possible and even just moving your feet while sitting a little such as tapping them on floor or stretching them every few minutes will help.

This was one of my reasons for starting hydrotherapy a few years back. The methadone is notorious for causing peripheral edema in turn presenting circulation issues

Good luck and keep us posted.